Softball Recap: Eisenhower Knights vs. Saegertown Panthers
Eisenhower was not able to break out of their rough patch on Thursday as the team picked up their ninth straight defeat. They took an 11-6 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Saegertown Panthers. The result was an unpleasant reminder to Eisenhower of the 18-8 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in May of 2023.
For Saegertown's part, Mikaila Obenrader was a major factor while hitting and pitching. She looked comfortable on the mound, not allowing a single earned run and only two hits while striking out 18 over 5.2 innings pitched. Obenrader has been consistent recently: she hasn't pitched less than five innings every time she's pitched this season. Obenrader was also big at the plate, going 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI.
In other batting news, MacKenzie Brauen was incredible, scoring two runs and stealing a base while going 2-for-3. Another player making a difference was Natalie Halsey, who scored two runs while going 2-for-3.
Eisenhower's defeat dropped their record down to 0-3. As for Saegertown, the victory (which was their third in a row) raised their record to 4-1.
Both squads are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Eisenhower will take on Jamestown at 4:00 p.m. on Monday. As for Saegertown, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Maplewood at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. Saegertown is strutting in with some hitting muscle, as they've averaged 6.4 runs per game this season.
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